Category Archives: Interviews
Doe: Perfecting Rage Pop
When you hear a band for the first time and one of your first thoughts is ‘this lot are going to be important’, it’s a pretty special feeling. London three-piece Doe blew me away about 18 months ago when I … Continue reading
On the Road with Esper Scout
This may sound obvious, but the live aspect of a band’s existence is so important. For some bands, however, it’s everything. One such band who put a special emphasis on live performances is Leeds’ Esper Scout. Of course, the band … Continue reading
Martha: Pop is Important. We Love it.
When you find a band whose musical output you very much enjoy, you can find yourself wondering what tuneful stars aligned in order for them to think up such melodies. Well, if you enjoy the chirp and charm of Durham’s … Continue reading
An Aural History of Bangers
The punk scene as I know it is an ever-changing entity. Fads, bands, venues and fashions come and go, but after the last trend follower has sucked all they can from the musical vista, there is always a core set … Continue reading
Reliving the Nightmare with The Kimberly Steaks
The Kimberly Steaks are a flesh ripping fast pop punk band from the Glasgow area who are coming off the back of a busy year, which featured releasing a cracking EP and completing an April UK tour with Austeros, along … Continue reading
Working Towards a Common Goal
It’s certainly safe to say that there is a healthy amount of positive talk within the punk community. And while it’s by no means perfect, many people who identify themselves as part of the punk (and wider) scene are strong … Continue reading
Colour Me Wednesday – People Are Afraid of Change
As I type this, the UK is basking in its first – and potentially only – heatwave of the year. When the summer comes along, many people scrabble around trying to find some fitting music; maybe some chilled out reggae … Continue reading
Petrol Girls – Fuck it. Let’s do it
Feminist hardcore is a fundamentally wonderful thing. If you don’t agree, then you probably think Julien Blanc is a harmless and maybe found Dapper Laughs just a little bit funny. And you can fuck off. South East London’s very own … Continue reading
Escaping Reality with Wank For Peace
Watching any melodic hardcore punk band live – who are at least competent enough to play their instruments at the required speeds – is nearly always a visceral and exciting experience. But when you see a band who usurp the … Continue reading
Living artfully with Hard Girls
San Jose’s Hard Girls have had a busy 2014, showcased perfectly by their well-deserved position on the Fest schedule. Although that’s to be expected considering several of the members are also in Shinobu, Pteradon, Classics of Love, The Bruce Lee … Continue reading
Scene Better Days 